ökocat Opens Nominations For Annual Program Supporting Small Cat Rescues And Shelters

(PRESS RELEASE) FERNDALE, WA — ökocat, the next generation of natural cat litter, is officially accepting nominations for its annual ökocause4paws program, giving cat lovers the opportunity to nominate their favorite small rescues and shelters to receive donations of ökocat’s eco-friendly litter. Selected shelters will receive litter donations, and anyone who adopts a cat from a winning shelter will receive a coupon for a complimentary bag of litter, too.

ökocat’s annual giving program focuses on supporting smaller rescues that may have fewer resources than larger shelters. Since launching in 2018, the program has donated more than 63,000 pounds of natural litter to over 35 shelters across the U.S. and Canada, helping provide essential supplies for cats in their care. To date, ökocause4paws has supported more than 9,000 cat adoptions.

Nominations are open through Sept. 30 at www.healthy-pet.com/pages/okocause4paws, and winning shelters will be announced in late 2026. As a bonus, everyone who submits a nomination will be entered for a chance to win a one-year supply of ökocat litter.

For a cleaner litter experience, ökocat combines sustainably sourced, responsibly rescued natural fiber with effective odor control and easy-clean clumping. The formula is free from harmful chemicals and 99% dust free, making it the ideal choice for a fresher, healthier home.

About ökocat

ökocat, a Healthy Pet brand, is the next generation of natural cat litter. Made in the U.S. from sustainably sourced, responsibly rescued natural fiber without harmful chemicals, fragrances or dyes. ökocat is the U.S. version of the world’s number one natural litter, CAT’S BEST, sold primarily in Europe. Due to the brilliance of European engineering, ökocat provides outstanding odor control, easy-clean clumping, and is 99% dust free to provide a cleaner, healthier litter choice for the home. For more information, please visit healthy-pet.com/okocat or connect on Facebook or Instagram.

About Healthy Pet

Healthy Pet, a leader in the pet category, and offers Best in Home pet bedding and litter made from sustainably sourced, responsibly rescued natural fiber. As a premier member of the Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC), Healthy Pet utilizes materials such as cellulose fiber and natural wood from sustainable sources, free from harmful chemicals and other pollutants and have been doing it for over 35 years. Healthy Pet brands include the number one brand of small animal bedding, carefresh, as well as CritterCare, natural cat litters ökocat and Puppy Go Potty natural dog litter. For more information, please visit healthy-pet.com.